Immigration News - Malaysia New online visa processing platform forthcoming Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) October 8, 2021 IMPACT – MEDIUM The Malaysian government announced a new online platform to process Employment Pass (EP) and Professional Visit Pass (PVP) applications to be implemented in November. Key Points: Beginning Nov. 15, the following features and services will be available for EP and PVP applicants: Online endorsement and payment. Applicants will be able to pay immigration fees with internet banking or a credit/debit card and upload/endorse documents through the online portal. Pass sticker delivery. EP, PVP and related passes will be delivered to applicants. Streamlined services. A new Expatriate Services Division will be opened at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport to endorse approved passes for eligible pass holders. Revised application service fees for EP, PVP and Transfer of Endorsement (TOE) can be found here. Additional Information: Further guidelines regarding the online platform and fee changes will be announced before Nov. 15 on this website. BAL Analysis: The new online platform aims to reduce the processing times of EP and PVP applications and improve end-to-end services for many foreign nationals. This alert has been provided by the BAL Global practice. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com. Copyright © 2021 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries, please contact copyright@bal.com.